Not All Personal Injury Cases Involve Physical Injury
Not All Personal Injury Cases Involve Physical Injury
Most people mistakenly assume that they must be personally and physically injured to have a personal injury claim. But personal injury law covers far more issues than physical injury. It includes other damages and wrongs done to a person by the action or negligence of another, including:
• Dangerous premises
• Defamation (damage to a reputation, such as libel or slander)
• Defective products
• Emotional distress caused by the actions of another
• False imprisonment, or willful detention by a police officer, security guard, store owner, medical professional, employer, or other individual
• Infringement of rights
• Medical malpractice
• Nuisance
• Nursing home neglect or abuse
• Oil or chemical spills resulting in damage to property or ability to earn an income (for example, shrimp fishermen in the Gulf following the BP oil spill)
• Professional malpractice (for example, architects, engineers, financial investment firms, accountants)
• Property damage
• Psychological injury
• Trespass
• Vehicle accidents
• Wrongful death of a family member
Protecting your health and family
Experienced accident lawyers understand that the actual medical, financial, and personal impacts of an injury can be broad and not immediately apparent. Unfortunately, the financial cost of settling quickly with an insurance company for less than current costs plus future expenses can be considerable and heartbreaking. Such settlements happen because adjusters operate in the best interest of the insurance companies—not yours.
A personal injury attorney experienced in recognizing potential costs and damages is your best ally. Your attorney can negotiate or litigate for comprehensive damages, including:
• Medical expenses
• Rehabilitation
• Pain and suffering (emotional distress, anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues)
• Disfigurement and physical loss of eyes, hands, or limbs
• Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
• Retraining for work
• Property damages
• Cost for hiring personal care
• Cost to repair, remedy, or replace what was lost
Oregon accident attorneys can help you
In Oregon, if you are injured through the fault of another party, you need a skilled personal injury lawyer to help you. Call the law firm of Harris, Wyatt & Amala, LLC to see if you have a viable case.
Harris, Wyatt & Amala, LLC
5778 Commercial Street SE
Salem OR 97306
(503) 378-7744 or toll free 1-800-853-2144
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